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Fontana Regional Library serving Jackson, Macon and Swain counties with six public libraries in Western North Carolina |
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Library 828-526-3031 Librarian: Mary Lou Worley |
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Library Closures
The library will be closed for staff training on Wednesday, August 28; and Monday, November 22. Please see the calendar on the home page for holiday closings.
Proposed Budget Cuts
It is budget time in Raleigh and the Governor's proposed budget calls for a cut in public library funding (by nearly 5%)!!
We're asking library patrons to email a petition to the Governor and legislators in support of library funding. You'll find more information and pre-addressed email forms here. We need your support.
The Lady and the Old Timers Band - Free Concert
“The Lady and the Old Timers” a band of nine old timers, five over 80 with the oldest being 88 years young, will provide vocals and music by stringed instruments and one harmonica.
Members include vocalist Delia Sears along with Fred Kirkland and Jim Brown on guitar; Roy Wood on dulcimer; Martha Wood on fiddle; Carl Sears on bass; "Wild Bill" Jackson on harmonica; Robert Bradley on mandolin; and Roy Ramsey on dobro.
The public is enthusiastically invited to attend this special presentation which is free.
This marks the first of six performances for the 2013 season. Subsequent appearances will be on the first Friday of each month through October at 1:30 p.m.
Movies are free and projected onto an 8 x 10 ft. screen using and LCD projector.
Due to Production Studio guidelines the library may not include movie titles or studio names in its advertising. Please read below how to download a list of upcoming movies (pdf), or call the library.
Third Wednesday in the Month - 2:00 pm. English subtitles will be turned on for all films as a courtesy to those with hearing difficulties. Donations are always welcome. Popcorn will be served; feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Spring schedule (pdf).
CHILDREN'S MOVIES
The new sign for the Hudson Library has been installed and is an eye-catching beauty. It was modeled after the painting by Rosemary Stiefel (read below).
Hudson Library has a kids library that’s separate from the adult section, with lots of books and four computers for children through middle-school age. During the week, there are special programs for preschoolers and home-schoolers.
Check out the amazing dragon puzzle table in the children's room/ It was completely handmade by architect Paul Schmitt.
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Local musicians, most from Macon County, will share their special blend of classic country music, golden oldies and gospel tunes at the Hudson Library on Friday, May 3 at 1:30 pm.
RECENTLY RELEASED MOVIES
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